January weather forecast
Rio Rancho, NM

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Weather in January

In Rio Rancho, New Mexico, January signifies the height of winter with low temperatures and substantial snowfall. As the coldest month, it experiences average low temperatures of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a snowfall of 3.15" (80mm). With the chilly conditions, the length of daylight is also comparably shorter, limiting outdoor activities primarily to the daytime. Despite the low temperatures, the relative humidity remains moderately low, leading to drier conditions. Snow-capped landscapes and cool winds make for a classic winter scene during this month.

Temperature

Rio Rancho's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Rio Rancho, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In Rio Rancho, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.6 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Rio Rancho?

January is the month when Rio Rancho experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in Rio Rancho, records 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Rio Rancho, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Rio Rancho, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Rio Rancho, in January, during 4.2 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Rio Rancho, the average day length in January is 10h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rio Rancho have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Tomorrow
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
43.7°F 6.5°C
43.2°F 6.2°C
48.7°F 9.3°C
Average low temperature
27.1°F -2.7°C
27°F -2.8°C
30.4°F -0.9°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
6.4mph 10.3km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.1mph 11.4km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.8mph 17.4km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.8mph 19km/h
Average humidity
59%
62%
53%
Average rainfall
0.59" 15mm
0.59" 15mm
0.43" 11mm
Average rainfall days
5.5
4.8
4.6
Average snowfall
2.01" 51mm
3.15" 80mm
2.01" 51mm
Average snowfall days
4.4
4.2
3.3
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 1min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
7h 1min
7h 1min
7h 2min
Average sunshine days
23.2
23.6
21.1
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
20%
18%
18%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average temperature in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average pressure in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average wind speed in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average humidity in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average rainfall in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average snowfall in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average UV index in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average visibility in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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